The London Daily News

24 April, 2011 09:24 (GMT +01:00)

Man in critical condition following assault in Brick Lane

Crime Desk

Detectives in Tower Hamlets are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault leaving a man in a critical condition.

Police were called at approximately 01.24 hrs on Saturday 23 April to Brick Lane, E1, to reports of man being assaulted.

Officers and London Ambulance arrived at the scene and found a 23-year-old man in Pitfield Street, N1, unconscious.

He was taken to an East London hospital with head injuries. His condition is described as critical.

A male suspect was seen leaving the area where the assault took place and was heading south along Brick Lane. He is described as being aged between 20 to 25 years-old and believed to be black or Asian.

No arrests have been made and enquiries continue. Detectives are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information on the assault to contact them.

Detective Sergeant Ian Harkes of Tower Hamlets police said: "This would appear to be an unprovoked and vicious attack on a young man who was out enjoying the friendly local atmosphere that Brick Lane normally offers and would urge anyone who was in the area to contact police."

Anyone with information is asked to call the incident room at Limehouse Police Station on 020 7275 4546, or if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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